Interline® 921

Epoxy
PRODUCT A two component, solvent free, chemically resistant epoxy phenolic caulking compound formulated to provide
DESCRIPTION ease of application, and greater flexibility in scheduling of tank lining applications.

INTENDED USES As a versatile caulking compound suitable for application by standard airless spray equipment in both new
construction situations, and for refurbishment of corroded tanks. The extended recoat window afforded by
Interline 921 allows increased flexibility in working practice, and improved scheduling of contracts to allow
more rapid return to service.
Interline 921 caulking compound should be used for the treatment of weld seams, lap joints, kerb angles and
other surface irregularities to provide a smooth uniform transition between uneven surfaces, prior to the
application of Interline glass reinforced laminate systems.

PRACTICAL Color Cream

INFORMATION FOR
INTERLINE 921 Gloss Level Not applicable

Volume Solids 100%

Typical Thickness
Theoretical Coverage
40-160 mils (1000-4000 microns) dry equivalent to 40-160 mils (1000-4000
microns) wet
20 sq.ft/US gallon at 80 mils d.f.t and stated volume solids
0.50 m²/liter at 2000 microns d.f.t and stated volume solids
Note: Actual application thickness is dependent upon the steel condition and
configuration to be coated

Practical Coverage Allow appropriate loss factors

Method of Application Airless Spray, Plural component airless spray

Drying Time
Overcoating Interval with
recommended topcoats
Temperature Touch Dry Hard Dry Minimum Maximum

50°F (10°C) 10 hours 36 hours 36 hours 28 days

59°F (15°C) 9 hours 20 hours 20 hours 28 days
77°F (25°C) 6 hours 12 hours 12 hours 28 days
104°F (40°C) 2 hours 5 hours 5 hours 10 days

REGULATORY DATA Flash Point Part A >214°F (101°C); Part B 120°F (49°C); Mixed 167°F (75°C)

Product Weight 10.8 Ib/gal (1.30 kg/l)

VOC 0.75 lb/gal (90 g/lt) EPA Method 24

38 g/kg EU Solvent Emissions Directive
(Council Directive 1999/13/EC)
See Product Characteristics section for further details

Protective Coatings Worldwide Product

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SURFACE All surfaces to be coated should be clean, dry and free from contamination. Prior to paint application, all
PREPARATION surfaces should be assessed and treated in accordance with ISO 8504:2000.
Oil or grease should be removed in accordance with SSPC-SP1 solvent cleaning.
Abrasive Blast Cleaning
This product must only be applied to surfaces prepared by abrasive blast cleaning to Sa2½ (ISO 8501-
1:2007) or SSPC SP10. A sharp, angular surface profile of 3-4 mils (75-100 microns) is recommended.
Interline 921 must be applied before oxidation of the steel occurs. If oxidation does occur the entire oxidized
area should be reblasted to the standard specified above.
Surface defects revealed by the blast cleaning process, should be ground, filled, or treated in the appropriate
manner.
Where local VOC regulations allow, surfaces may be primed with Interline 982 to 0.6-1.0 mils (15-25 microns)
dry film thickness before oxidation occurs. Alternatively, the blast standard can be maintained by use of
dehumidification.
Interline 982 can hold a blast for up to 28 days in the semi-protected environment of a tank interior. If moisture
is present on the surface, oxidation will occur and reblasting will be required.

APPLICATION Mixing Interline 921 must be applied in accordance with the detailed International
Protective Coatings Working Procedures for the application of Tank Linings.
Material is supplied in two containers as a unit. Always mix a complete unit in the
proportions supplied. Once the unit has been mixed it must be used within the
working pot life specified.
(1) Agitate Base (Part A) with a power agitator.
(2) Agitate Curing Agent (Part B) with a power agitator.
(3) Combine entire contents of Curing Agent (Part B) with Base
(Part A) and mix thoroughly with power agitator.

Mix Ratio 2 part(s) : 1 part(s) by volume

Working Pot Life 50°F (10°C) 59°F (15°C) 77°F (25°C) 104°F (40°C)
60 minutes 50 minutes 30 minutes 15 minutes

Plural component Suitable

airless spray
Airless Spray Recommended Tip Range 26-31 thou (0.66-0.79 mm)
Total output fluid pressure at spray tip not less than 3000
psi (211 kg/cm²)

Air Spray Not recommended

(Pressure Pot)
Brush Not suitable

Roller Not suitable

Thinner Not suitable DO NOT THIN

Cleaner International GTA853 or International GTA415

Work Stoppages Do not allow material to remain in hoses, gun or spray equipment. Thoroughly flush
all equipment with International GTA415. Once units of paint have been mixed they
should not be resealed and it is advised that after prolonged stoppages work
recommences with freshly mixed units.

Clean Up Clean all equipment immediately after use with International GTA415. It is good
working practice to periodically flush out spray equipment during the course of the
working day. Frequency of cleaning will depend upon amount sprayed, temperature
and elapsed time, including any delays.
All surplus materials and empty containers should be disposed of in accordance
with appropriate regional regulations/legislation.

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PRODUCT Apply by airless spray only. Application by other methods, e.g. brush or roller, may require more than one
CHARACTERISTICS coat and is suggested for small areas only or initial stripe coating.

Interline 921 can be applied by standard 63:1 ratio airless spray equipment when the paint temperature is
maintained between 59-77°F (15-25°C). At lower temperatures an in-line heater of a suitable pressure rating
may be used to assist with pumping and atomization of the product. Additionally, Interline 921 is suitable for
application by plural component airless spray equipment capable of accurate proportioning, which allows
more flexible application at high temperatures..

Due to pot life limitations, airless spray using plural component spray equipment is normally required for
applications at temperatures greater than 77°F (25°C).

Heavily pitted areas should be stripe coated by brush, to ensure good “wetting” of the surface.
Fill deeply pitted areas by manual knife application or squeegee, to provide a level finish, flush with the
adjoining surface.

Surface temperature must always be a minimum of 5°F (3°C) above dew point.

Do not apply at steel temperatures below 50°F (10°C).

The climatic conditions within the tank must be controlled to maintain a maximum relative humidity of 70% at
all temperatures.

Exposure to unacceptably low temperatures and/or high humidities during, or immediately after, application
may result in incomplete cure and surface contamination that could jeopardize subsequent intercoat
adhesion.

Note: VOC values are typical and are provided for guidance purpose only. These may be subject to variation
depending on factors such as differences in color and normal manufacturing tolerances.

SYSTEMS Interline 921 can be applied directly to correctly prepared bare steel. However, it is suitable for application
COMPATIBILITY over the following primer:

Interline 982

Interline 921 is normally topcoated with itself or Interline 984. For other primers/topcoats, consult International
Protective Coatings.

Consult International Protective Coatings to confirm that Interline 921 is suitable for contact with the product to
be stored.

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D ADDITIONAL Further information regarding industry standards, terms and abbreviations used in this data sheet can be found in the
following documents available at www.international-pc.com:
et INFORMATION
ai • Definitions & Abbreviations
l • Surface Preparation
T
• Paint Application
o
p • Theoretical & Practical Coverage

• Interline 984 Technical Specification for Glass Fibre Reinforced System

Individual copies of these information sections are available upon request.

SAFETY This product is intended for use only by professional applicators in industrial situations.
PRECAUTIONS All work involving the application and use of this product should be performed in compliance with all relevant national Health,
Safety and Environmental standards, regulations and legislation.

Proper ventilation must be provided during application and afterwards during curing (refer to product datasheets for typical
curing times) to ensure safe limits and prevent fires and explosions. Forced extraction will be required in confined spaces.
Ventilation and/or respiratory personal protective equipment (airfed hoods or appropriate cartridge masks) must be provided
during application and curing. Take precautions to avoid skin and eye contact (overalls, gloves, goggles, masks, barrier
cream, etc).

Before use, obtain, read and then follow the advice given on the Material Safety Data Sheets (Base and Curing Agent if two-
pack) and the Health and Safety section of the Coatings Applications Procedures for this product.

In the event that welding or flame cutting is performed on metal coated with this product, dust and fumes will be emitted
which will require the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and adequate local exhaust ventilation.

The detailed safety measures are dependent on application methods and the work environment. If you do not fully
understand these warnings and instructions or if you cannot strictly comply with them, do not use the product and consult
International Protective Coatings.

Warning: This product contains liquid epoxies and modified polyamines and may cause skin sensitization if not
used correctly.

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PACK SIZE Unit Size Part A Part B
Vol Pack Vol Pack
18 liter 12 liter 20 liter 6 liter 10 liter
3 US gal 2 US gal 5 US gal 1 US gal 1 US gal

For availability of other pack sizes contact International Protective Coatings

SHIPPING WEIGHT Unit Size Part A Part B

18 liter 16.64 kg 10.02 kg
3 US gal 24.2 lb 12.8 lb

U.N.Shipping No. UN3082 (Base) : UN2924 (Curing Agent)

STORAGE Shelf Life 18 months minimum at 77°F (25°C). Subject to re-inspection thereafter. Store in dry,
shaded conditions away from sources of heat and ignition. International Paint
recommends storage above 50°F (10°C) at all times to ensure stability of the product.

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Disclaimer
The information in this data sheet is not intended to be exhaustive; any person using the product for any purpose other than that specifically recommended in this data sheet without first
obtaining written confirmation from us as to the suitability of the product for the intended purpose does so at their own risk. All advice given or statements made about the product (whether in
this data sheet or otherwise) is correct to the best of our knowledge but we have no control over the quality or the condition of the substrate or the many factors affecting the use and application
of the product. Therefore, unless we specifically agree in writing to do so, we do not accept any liability at all for the performance of the product or for (subject to the maximum extent permitted
by law) any loss or damage arising out of the use of the product. We hereby disclaim any warranties or representations, express or implied, by operation of law or otherwise, including, without
limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. All products supplied and technical advice given are subject to our Conditions of Sale. You should request
a copy of this document and review it carefully. The information contained in this data sheet is liable to modification from time to time in the light of experience and our policy of continuous
development. It is the user's responsibility to check with their local International Paint representative that this data sheet is current prior to using the product.

This Technical Data Sheet is available on our website at www.international-marine.com or www.international-pc.com, and should be the same as this document. Should there be any
discrepancies between this document and the version of the Technical Data Sheet that appears on the website, then the version on the website will take precedence.

Copyright © AkzoNobel, 11/29/2011.

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